Jogulamba Gadwal District Collector, B.M. Santosh, has given important instructions to officials for managing the arrangements during the upcoming Ganesh Visarjan. These instructions were shared during a meeting on Wednesday at the IDOC Conference Hall. The meeting was attended by District SP T. Srinivas Rao, Additional Collector (Revenue) Srinivasulu, and other key officials.
The District Collector stressed the need to complete all necessary preparations for the Ganesh Visarjan, especially since the district is experiencing higher water levels this year. He asked officials to stay alert and work together to avoid any accidents. The Ganesh Visarjan this year will take place at four locations: Nadi Agraharam, Jammi Chedu, Beechupalli, and Jurala Dam. The Collector advised that the RDO and DSP act as central coordinators, and that Mandal Tahsildars and police officials work closely with Ganesh organizers. Officials were also asked to use WhatsApp groups to keep everyone updated on developments.
A route map for the Visarjan processions will be prepared, and necessary road repairs will be carried out. The police department was instructed to ensure that there is enough security at the Visarjan sites. Medical officers were told to set up medical camps at these locations to provide healthcare services. Additionally, swimmers will be on standby in the river areas and will be given special T-shirts for easy identification.
The Collector emphasized the importance of coordination between Mandal Tahsildars and Fisheries Department officials throughout the event. He directed the Panchayat Raj and Municipal departments to complete sanitation, drinking water arrangements, and road repairs as soon as possible. R&B officials were instructed to ensure proper lighting, power generators, and barricading at the Visarjan sites. The Electricity Department was asked to prevent power interruptions by keeping extra transformers ready, and the Fire Department was told to stay alert until the Ganesh festivities are over.
Excise officials were instructed to close liquor shops ahead of the Visarjan. The Collector highlighted the need for all departments to work together to ensure that the Ganesh celebrations and Visarjan are conducted peacefully.
District SP T. Srinivas Rao emphasized that the Ganesh festivities should be celebrated peacefully across the district. He mentioned plans to install CCTV cameras and a command control board at the Visarjan sites. He also stated that no permissions would be granted for DJs during the celebrations. The SP urged the Revenue and Police Departments to work together to ensure the success of the Ganesh Mahotsav.
